I was searched by racist attendant as I was leaving the store and the delivery system is…read moreappalling, they wanted to dump my huge order on the curb when I live in an area where things are stolen. nobody communicated with each other so I ran around in circles on the phone, the whole experience was really terrible and traumatic and I will never go to that store again.

This is the most incredible Bunnings. It's the largest, most efficient, hardware store I've found…read more 6 stars

I think it means that I watch too much Dexter but when I go into a Hardware Store and I'm buying…read moreplastic sheeting, rope and fishing line, I worry that the people in the shop will think that I'm a serial killer. I enter Hatimi Marketplace Hardware on the corner of Marion Street and Foster and check my phone to ensure I have the list and can start tracking down these necessary items ahead of Tuesdays music video shoot. All of a sudden, an older woman approaches me and asks what I need. I tell her, "Rope, Fishing Wire, Pegs and Sheeting." She leads me through the large hardware shop to the various items and I pick them up one at a time and add them to the stockpile growing in my arms. A young assistant, possibly her son, (the place feels very family owned) cuts me 15metres of rope and then I retrieve my sheeting. I get to the front counter and the lady has already put aside my pegs, which is nice. I pay for my goods, thank the shopkeepers and then head out into the blazing hot sun to hunt for victims.

Refreshingly different experience to Bunnings. Warm, welcoming and knowledgeable staff. No lines,…read morepersonally help you locate your shipping list vs spend hours locating things at Bunnings. A couple dollars more as can't compete on volume, but it's nice to support local businesses like this. They are lovely.

Opposite this there used to be a chain hardware store, but its demise has led to this gem of a…read morelocal supplier being the only one in Annandale. Don't be surprised if they are pricey, but they more than make up for it with service. I've never had a bad experience and I've been using it on a regular basis for a couple of years now. Good advice, well stocked selections and quick service make it worthwhile coming back rather than schlepping it out to a warehouse type store.

I love hardware stores! I always feel like I'm adventuring into a world I don't quite understand,…read moreAlso, confession time, I always think anyone who sees me in there will think, "That's a savvy chick, she knows her tools". As it happens I do know a few tools, but only the human kind unfortunately. I wander in here maybe once a year, if I need something hardware-y like compressed air or a long weight (that's a hardware joke people!) The staff are helpful and friendly. My last visit was a quest for Tarzan's Grip to fix a wayward heel, and suddenly realised I didn't even know if that was the best product. So I asked the nice man which glue he thought would be best for shoes and he said," I was just talking about that with my mate", grabbed a tube of something and guess what? It worked.

Great store! I went in there looking for gorilla glue (best glue ever) as a last attempt to put up…read moresome light bookshelves that refused to stay up (regardless of drilling, replastering, anything). Not only did someone stop to help me just moments after I walked in the door, but they were able to give me multiple ways in which to fix and finally finish my pesky project (all of which have worked). The people there were knowledgeable and extremely nice- a wonderful difference from the Bunnings at Rose Bay!

DEPLORABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE!! Do not purchase anything from…read morethis store!! I purchased a combination lock from here two weeks ago and used it twice, the second time I used it I went to turn the shaft back to lock the padlock and wouldn't move... took it back to the store and was told it was my fault, the guy I bought it of mentioned that there are a few people that have brought them back already and told me to make sure I lock the padlock every time after I use it... the guy I spoke to was rude and arrogant! No customer service skills at all!! Told him he's stolen my money and told me "no I didn't" I repeated and say yes you did DO NOT GO HERE

They literally took down their business on google because reviews are so bad…read more Happy to get in my car and drive up to Mitre 10 on Oxford to avoid the high prices and horrendous service even though this place is 50m walk from me. I don't think i've met a worse person than the man who owns this hardware store. I'm a local so know he has a terrible reputation but after asking politely (3x) for him to show me where some bolts were and him refusing to do anymore than just point down an isle I had to walk out. Have obviously had grumpy service in the past but complete refusal to be shown where an item is - that was a first. Avoid at all costs.

Great Bunnings. customer service was second to none pointed me in the right direction and even…read moreassisted with taking my item to the cashier Will be back Thanks team

I absolutely LOVED the rooftop garden. Reminds me of my late wedding with my wife (hate that bich,…read moreshe cheated on me with our gardener)

Made On Earth is one of the few remaining independent giftware/homewares stores in the CBD. As…read moresuch, you can find things you don't see replicated on every street corner. They stock a huge range from bric-a-brac to candles, scarves and kitchenalia, even sometimes lovely chinese painted furniture which I've never been able to work out how to get back home on the train. They used to be located in the old Midcity centre across the road, and to my mind have never replicated the lush and comfy feel of the old store. But the staff are always lovely, and they have sales where you can pick up a real bargain. When you're stuck for a last minute gift, it's the perfect place to rush in a find something slightly out of the ordinary.

I love this place!…read more Popped in yesterday because I'm doing a bit of redecorating and wanted to see what they had. Ended up with more than I expected. They have a great range of home decor and small gifts you can use as a joke or on a serious note. I always come here for a last minute gift idea and it's great for secret santa parties. Make sure you walk through the whole store and look at everything. There are hidden gems everywhere and you might walk away with some pretty unique gifts.